Preparations

Stocks, sauces and doughs — the things you make first and cook with second.

Knowing the difference

• Pie Dough vs. Biscuit Dough: Which Way the Ratio Runs

In practice

• How to Make a Roux Equal weights of flour and fat
• How to Make Beef Stock

When it goes wrong

• Why Does Pesto Turn Brown

Swaps and substitutes

• What Can I Use Instead of Chicken Stock